The Buckley School values and supports diversity in the workplace and in the classroom.

Director of College Counseling

The Buckley School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is looking for a full-time Director of College Counseling. This position reports to the Head of School and is responsible for directing and implementing the four-year college counseling program for the Upper School.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Leads and manages the college counseling team, comprised of two full-time associate directors and a full-time college counseling assistant/registrar.

Counsels sophomores, juniors, seniors, and their parents/guardians regarding the college search and selection process.

Advises sophomores, juniors, and seniors in course selection and course scheduling process as an academic dean.

Writes, organizes, and submits school-generated supporting documents for college applications including recommendations and transcripts.

Networks with college admission representatives and other college counselors by visiting college campuses, hosting college representatives on Buckley’s campus, and collaborating with other local independent schools on projects.

Organizes and facilitates workshops for students and teachers on topics such as writing college application essays and teacher recommendations.

Coordinates with athletics department and coaches to guide students and their parents/guardians through the athletic recruitment process.

Updates the school profile and prepares annual reports for the Board of Trustees, Parents’ Association, and faculty.

Represents The Buckley School at national and regional conferences including NACAC, WACAC, College Board, ACCIS, and LAISCC meetings.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Demonstrates competency in diversity, equity, and inclusion, including a proven ability to counsel students and parents/guardians from a wide variety of backgrounds.

Organizes and implements informational events for students and their parents/guardians, including some hosted in conjunction with other local independent schools.

Interested candidates should send their resume as soon as possible to Ron Kim, Assistant Head of School at rkim@buckley.org. In a cover letter/email please explain how you have included diversity, equity, and inclusion in your work with students or colleagues.

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Additional Salary Information: Compensation includes full benefits; 100% match on retirement plan contributions up to 5% of earnings.

About The Buckley School

The Buckley School, a K-12 college preparatory school with 830 students, is one of the most respected independent schools in the Los Angeles. Buckley is known for its unique educational philosophy, the 4-Fold Plan of Education, which melds a whole-child approach with elements of structure, as well as for its warm, intimate educational environment.
The school’s curriculum balances academics, the arts, physical development and moral education. Its creative, personalized approach to education emphasizes high academic standards for all students, and includes traditional touches that develop the character and discipline that unlock students’ full potential.